The Emerge Center is a co–ed special education school in rural Baton Rouge, LA, serving 30 students in kindergarten only.
Founded in 1960, the school operates with a student–teacher ratio of 10:1 supported by 3 teachers.
The program is nonsectarian and located in the Gardere neighborhood, reflecting 38.9% student racial diversity.
The Emerge Center's kindergarten program is part of Baton Rouge's rural special education options.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Special Education School
- Grades: Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 30 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten
Year Founded
1960
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
30 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
39%
State avg.: 22%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
National avg.: 11:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
School Notes
- School Motto: A world where all individuals are able to maximize their potential.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are The Emerge Center often compared to?
The Emerge Center is often viewed alongside schools like St. Lillian Academy by visitors of our site.
When is the application deadline for The Emerge Center?
The application deadline for The Emerge Center is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is The Emerge Center located?
The Emerge Center is located in the Gardere neighborhood of Baton Rouge, LA. There are 1 other private schools located in Gardere.
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The nearest high school to The Emerge Center is The Dunham School (3.6 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is Gardere Community Christian School (1.0 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Elan Vital Montessori School, Inc. (1.0 miles away)
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St. Lillian Academy
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3172 Government St
Baton Rouge, LA 70808
(225) 771-8173
Baton Rouge, LA 70808
(225) 771-8173
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St. Lillian Academy
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3172 Government St
Baton Rouge, LA 70808
(225) 771-8173
Baton Rouge, LA 70808
(225) 771-8173
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Gr: 4 | 49 students Avg. class size: 10 students Tuition listed
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Elan Vital Montessori School, Inc. ![Elan Vital Montessori School, Inc. Photo]( "Elan Vital Montessori School, Inc. Photo")
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7518 Highland Road
Baton Rouge, LA 70808
(225) 767-6620
Baton Rouge, LA 70808
(225) 767-6620
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(Christian)
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Baton Rouge, LA 70810
(225) 387-5082
Baton Rouge, LA 70810
(225) 387-5082
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St. Jude School
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(225) 769-2344
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(225) 769-2344
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Montessori School
5640 Highland Rd
Baton Rouge, LA 70808
(225) 766-6272
Baton Rouge, LA 70808
(225) 766-6272
2.2 miles
Gr: PK-K | 17 students Avg. class size: 17 students Tuition listed
Montessori School Of Baton Rouge
Montessori School
8227 Wimbledon Ave
Baton Rouge, LA 70810
(225) 766-9942
Baton Rouge, LA 70810
(225) 766-9942
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Gr: PK-K | 78 students
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Baton Rouge, LA 70810
(225) 767-7097
Baton Rouge, LA 70810
(225) 767-7097
3.6 miles
Gr: NS-12 | 897 students Avg. class size: 14 students Sports: 15 | Extracurrculars: 27 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Diocese Of Baton Rouge Special Education Program
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Baton Rouge, LA 70808
(225) 336-8735
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(225) 336-8735
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(225) 343-4859
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Baton Rouge, LA 70808
(225) 383-7207
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(225) 383-7207
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(225) 383-0397
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(225) 383-0397
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Gardere Community Christian School
(Christian)
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Baton Rouge, LA 70810
(225) 387-5082
Baton Rouge, LA 70810
(225) 387-5082
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Gr: PK-5 | 132 students
St. Jude School
(Catholic)
9150 Highland Rd
Baton Rouge, LA 70810
(225) 769-2344
Baton Rouge, LA 70810
(225) 769-2344
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Gr: PK-8 | 578 students
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(225) 767-7097
Baton Rouge, LA 70810
(225) 767-7097
3.6 miles
Gr: NS-12 | 897 students Avg. class size: 14 students Sports: 15 | Extracurrculars: 27 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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5064 Perkins Rd
Baton Rouge, LA 70808
(225) 769-2255
Baton Rouge, LA 70808
(225) 769-2255
3.6 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 74 students Avg. class size: 24 students Tuition listed
St. Aloysius School
(Catholic)
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Baton Rouge, LA 70808
(225) 383-3871
Baton Rouge, LA 70808
(225) 383-3871
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Elan Vital Montessori School, Inc. ![Elan Vital Montessori School, Inc. Photo]( "Elan Vital Montessori School, Inc. Photo")
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7518 Highland Road
Baton Rouge, LA 70808
(225) 767-6620
Baton Rouge, LA 70808
(225) 767-6620
1 miles
Gr: NS-K | 45 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 1 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Gardere Community Christian School
(Christian)
8538 Gsri Ave
Baton Rouge, LA 70810
(225) 387-5082
Baton Rouge, LA 70810
(225) 387-5082
1 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 132 students
St. Jude School
(Catholic)
9150 Highland Rd
Baton Rouge, LA 70810
(225) 769-2344
Baton Rouge, LA 70810
(225) 769-2344
1.2 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 578 students
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5640 Highland Rd
Baton Rouge, LA 70808
(225) 766-6272
Baton Rouge, LA 70808
(225) 766-6272
2.2 miles
Gr: PK-K | 17 students Avg. class size: 17 students Tuition listed
Montessori School Of Baton Rouge
Montessori School
8227 Wimbledon Ave
Baton Rouge, LA 70810
(225) 766-9942
Baton Rouge, LA 70810
(225) 766-9942
3.2 miles
Gr: PK-K | 78 students
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(225) 343-4232
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(225) 343-4232
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(225) 349-7489
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(225) 349-7489
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(225) 766-6002
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(225) 766-6002
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(225) 769-6845
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(225) 769-6845
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